Canada issues travel advisories for these 5 European countries [Video]

With spring in full swing and warmer days ahead, many Canadians might be thinking of heading to Europe before the summer travel season kicks off. 

Spring can be a great time to travel, as attractions and accommodations might be cheaper than they would be during summer, and there are often fewer crowds. 

That said, those planning a trip may want to check out the latest advisories from the federal government.

Canada’s Travel Advice and Advisories page helps travellers make informed decisions and travel safely outside the country.

They analyze trends and incidents affecting international travellers, monitor world events and collect updated reports from different sources.

Here are five countries with travel advisories:

Italy

Risks: Safety and security and the threat of terrorism

Reasons: The advisory says that Canadians travelling to Italy should be alert due to the prevalence of petty crime, such as pickpocketing and bag-snatching, in busy tourist areas. 

The advisory also says burglaries and break-ins can occur in holiday …